Soul of CA

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-05-18 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
The harsh weather of the recent winter is further behind us and the days are warmer and drier. The fields around us are beginning their most productive times. Inevitably the produce at the local markets becomes more varied and delicious. Come on out and see what’s new. There will likely be some neighbors and friends out there also. The retailers have a wide selection of interesting gifts for the new grads, maybe a Dad. Lots of delicious prepared food available also. If this date/time doesn’t work for you, check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farm ersmarkets there are quite a few more.

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-05-19 08:00 - 12:00 | CA

Asilomar Tours
2023-05-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Julia Morgan’s historic work at Asilomar continues to set a warm, comfortable mood at the state park buildings and continues to influence any newer construction there. Come and learn about her, her work here and at other historic locations, as well as the history of this lovely area. Fridays from 10-11;30 there is a ranger guiding small groups through the park and grounds. More info at http://www.parks.ca.gov

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial (12:30-5:30)
2023-05-19 12:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2023-05-19 16:00 - 21:00 | CA

Beyond the Grave
2023-05-19 17:00 - 2023-05-20 18:00 | Evergreen Cemetery, 261 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Here is something very different. A concert in a Cemetery, not just any old cemetery, it’s the Evergreen Cemetery in Santa Cruz. Featuring a variety of acts, it promises to be most interesting and maybe a little eerie. Let’s not judge, but check it out and let the event speak for itself. More details, you’re sure to want, check outhttp://www.santacruzchamber.org

I Mom So Hard
2023-05-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This comedy duo is touring with their Ladies Night show. It looks like they will be having a lot of fun with motherhood and the latest challenges for them and their peers, you. Come check them out at the Golden State. More info at http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Point Sur Tours
2023-05-20 08:00 - 2023-05-21 17:00 | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
Through May and June the docents at the Point Sur Lighthouse conduct tours through the historic, 128 yo, lighthouse and its grounds. This is a slightly demanding tour , in that it requires participants to walk up the driveway to the top of the hill where the lighthouse is located. (Putting it at the bottom makes no sense, does it?) On Sundays the tour of the nearby Naval Station is available. More info needed? Go to http://www.pointsur.org

Farmers Market Salinas City Center (9-2)
2023-05-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Late Spring is upon us. The fruits and vegetables are becoming more and more plentiful and the prices are coming down. The rain has mostly passed and we can rely on our typical patterns. SO come on out and check out the selection of great local produce. As you know there are many read-to-eat food vendors as well. You might just find a good gift for Dad or the grads coming up. If this market doesn’t work for your life or schedule, check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farmersmarkets

Farmers Market Power Plant Moss Landing (10-2)
2023-05-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Ciao & Cioppino
2023-05-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Moose Lodge, 555 Canyon Del Rey Blvd. , Del Rey Oaks, CA, United States
This is a fund raiser for Legal Services for Seniors. These are the folks who help our aging community navigate the tricky world of law and our society. If you don’t know already, the star of the evening is the cioppino, a hearty tomato based stew made with lots of delicious seafood. It’s messy and equally tasty. Come and dive into a steamy bowl and help a very good cause.

Story of Lily Satow
2023-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Presented by Asilomar as part of their Women’s History Month events, this was so popular that they brought it back. Presented by Chrissy Yee Lau from her work on the Asian Women who have had profound effects in their communities. Dr. Yee Lau is a professor at CSUMB and presents the story of Ms. Satow who , after attending the YWCA conference at Asilomar went to Los Angeles and through her work with the YWCA there was able to make important changes in the Japanese community.

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-05-21 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-05-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-05-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2023-05-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Monterey Ocean Arts Festival
2023-05-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Spector Dance’s annual gathering celebrating the link between the arts and science is here again. There will be performing arts and visual arts featuring information about the ocean and its vital importance to our lives. All the works presented are created by artists under the age of 24. So it promises to be interesting and challenging. More details available at http://www.spectordance.org

San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers w/ Alasdair Fraser
2023-05-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Carmel High School, Highway One, Carmel By the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
This promises to be a rousing afternoon of music. There are a lot of Scottish Fiddlers and Mr. Fraser is quite the dynamic leader. There promises to be a number of fans dancing in the aisles, if you go for that sort of thing. If you need a reason to raise your spirits and have some time head over to this. Details and a picture of the Fiddlers at http://www.sfscottishfiddlers.org

Vinos, Tapas, and Manouche Jazz
2023-05-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Hidden Valley Music Seminars, 546 Hartnell St. Suite B, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sounds like an evening of wonderful entertainment and food. It will be, especially if you are a fan of Spanish culture, food, and music. The music will be provided by Barrio Manouche playing the jazz that was highly influenced by none less than Django Rhinehart and came up through the musicians of his area. The dance will be the talented Melissa Cruz of flamenco fame. The goal of all this is to support Palenke Arts in Seaside. This program stirs the artistic spirit of all ages in the area and has been recognized for the quality of its programs. More info is at http://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2023-05-22 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Farmers Market Barnyard (9-1)
2023-05-23 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market E.Alisal (11-4)
2023-05-23 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey Alvarado St. (4-7)
2023-05-23 16:00 - 19:00 | CA

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11- 3:30)
2023-05-24 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-05-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

12th Annual California Roots Festival
2023-05-25 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Featuring many well-known groups and some more obscure but talented folks, this festival has been delighting its fans for twelve years. Despite setbacks during the pandemic it perseveres. Make your reservations early and get those tickets. This seems to be turning into the 21st century’s Monterey Jazz Festival. More info can be had at http://www.californiarootsfestival.com

Carmel Art Festival
2023-05-25 - 2023-05-28 | Devendorf Park, Carmel, CA, United States
You may notice more than the usual number of people painting the beautiful scenery that surrounds us her in Monterey County. That’s because the Carmel Art Festival is happening. These artists will bring their work to Devendorf Park for display and judging. You can see these and other works throughout downtown Carmel. Along with the art there will be kid’s activities and some for adults to express their inner artist in a variety of media. Lots of details at https://whatsupmonterey.com/events/community-events/carmel-art-festival/568

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-05-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay (2-6)
2023-05-25 14:00 - 18:00 | CA

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-05-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States
